DALLAS -- The Pirates were close to bringing outfielder Nate McLouth back to Pittsburgh on a one-year contract Tuesday night, according to an industry source. The Pirates are seeking depth at their corner outfield positions because Alex Presley and Jose Tabata missed time last season because of injuries. The Pirates selected McLouth, 30, in the 2000 draft.

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